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26 Constructed with the aid of an $890,00 grant from the U.S. Office of Education, a $517,000 gift from Mrs. Edyth Bush, and a $600,000 gift from the A.G. Bush Foundation, the A.G. Bush Memorial Library was dedicated on October 9, 1971. The 83,210 square foot structure was a facility that emphasized curricular flexibility, independent study, and the university’s commitment to internationalism.
A fire in 2000 caused more than $3 million worth of damages, and forced the library to close for several months. However, when renovations and repairs were completed, the library saw improved lighting and ceilings, new furniture, carpet, network wiring, as well as additional computers, online research resources, and study spaces. The library also houses the university’s archives, which hold thousands of pieces of historical information, including photographs, memorabilia, yearbooks, and letters.
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